2009 Proton Arena vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Proton Arena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Proton Arena would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Proton Arena | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Proton | Fiat |
| Model | Arena | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
